#AskTheExpert my baby doesn't like to have breast milk when he is awake, what will I do that he will drink milk actively. he is not latching properly in sleep. I think he is not getting enough nutrition as he is wetting just 3 diapers in a day that too when I give formula?

2 Answers

Dr Vandan H KumarFather of a 7 yr 4 m old boy3 years ago

A. first of all meet your doctor and get the weight of the child assessment done. if the weight gain oof the child is within normal limits as well as the urine output is normal then do not worry about the feeding pattern, the sleeping pattern and the crying pattern of the child. your doctor is the best person to tell you whether any outside milk is required or not until that time kindly continue only breastfeeding. continue exclusive breastfeeding till 6 months of age of the child

Shabnam SheikhMom of 2 children3 years ago

A. hi..It is recommended that a baby is exclusively breastfed during the first 6 months after birth. This is the most nutritious, easily digestible, perfectly balanced, and healthiest superfood that can build your child’s immunity for life. if your baby is active, looks healthy, is free of allergies, passes 4-6 stools a day, and wets 6-8 diapers, it indicates that she is getting enough breast milk. After 6 months of age, you can introduce liquids and semi-solid foods to your baby’s diet along with breast milk. breast milk usually works on the principle of demand and supply. So most breastfeeding moms need to realise that in case they are experiencing low milk supply, in the beginning, they will start to produce more as soon as the baby begins to breastfeed. The more your baby feeds, the more milk your body will produce. Make sure that the baby’s feeding position is comfortable along with the mother’s feeding posture. The baby should have a mouthful of breast.